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Perception Park

Perception Park
Perception Park
Perception Park
Perception Park
Perception Park

About Perception Park

Perception Park is located on the banks of the South Fork Ogden River at an elevation of 5,200 feet. Huntsville, Utah, is just over 7 miles away. Campers love the park for its shade and great river access. Tubing and fishing are very popular activities.

Number of accommodations: 19

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 8

Sites & Availability

19 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 2, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 3, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 4, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 5, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 6, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 7, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 8, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 9, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$55.45
/ per night
🚐 GFWC1, Loop: PERC
No Hookups
$290.65
/ per night
🚐 MCKA1, Loop: MCKA
No Hookups
$290.65
/ per night
🚐 WCCU1, Loop: WCCU
No Hookups
$290.65
/ per night

Reviews (68)

What Guests Are Saying

Perception Park offers a peaceful camping experience with friendly and helpful camp hosts, clean facilities, and a beautiful riverside location that enhances outdoor activities like tubing and hiking. Many visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the campground and the welcoming atmosphere, though some noted issues with noise from neighboring campers and the lack of water this season. Despite minor drawbacks like restroom odors and close campsite proximity, guests express a strong desire to return annually, highlighting the campground's charm and community feel.

Review Summary

4.1
68 reviews
5
51.5%
35
4
25.0%
17
3
11.8%
8
2
5.9%
4
1
5.9%
4
Karen

Karen

June 27, 2025

5

My husband and I went camping at Perception park and had a really great time. The camp host was very friendly and helpful. There was a situation that I felt the camp host handled very professionally. There was a lady who was camping at the meadows but wanted to park at perception because her kids were rafting. When the host told her ok hut there would be a charge and she was very rude an mouthy. The host deserves a pat on back for handling the situation professionally.

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Douglas P

Verified

June 22, 2025 Stayed at: 8, Loop: PERC

4

With what we pay for camping in the National Forest you would think that they would keep up on maintenance. This is a great campground But no water available. Come on Us Forrest do your job

D Bradway

D Bradway

May 11, 2025

4

It was nice. The camp hosts were great. Just dont expect perfect peace and quiet. Many campers here like to blast music. Other than that, I liked it. Sure, it's a little rough around the edges, but it's a nice place to get away for a weekend. Oh, I really like how the camp host actually enforces the dog leash rule. I rarely see that. It was refreshing.

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Kimberly Story

Kimberly Story

August 16, 2024

4

We had a very positive experience at this campground! We looked at the other campsites along Highway 39 and ultimately decided on Perception Park because we wanted to be close to other people and to the nature trail that goes along the Ogden River.
Some pros: The campground was really easy to find from Highway 39 and it was easy to find a campsite. The campground hosts were super nice, they asked us if we needed any help and they gave us some kindling to start our fire when we couldn't find any dry sticks. We stayed in campsite #12 which has lots of shade and is close to the water, so we could hear the river at night but not the cars out on the road. The campsites had a lot of privacy/were far away from each other, which was also really nice.
Some cons: The bathrooms were smelly, which is to be expected. I wouldn't recommend staying at #16 because it is right behind the bathrooms. The whole campsite seemed slightly run down, like there was a volleyball pit but the net was broken, and the concrete on many of the fire pits was cracked or missing.
Overall, it was a very relaxing stay. Afterwards we headed up to Causey Reservoir which is really good for kayaking and paddle boarding.

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Fidel P

Verified

August 14, 2024 Stayed at: 4, Loop: PERC

4

Great campaign ground, we really enjoyed our spot with the river running behind us.

Daniel K

Verified

August 8, 2024 Stayed at: 7, Loop: PERC

5

Great camping experience!.. wish there was a fast pass to get in before 3pm. Most of the day is gone before you can setup and enjoy camping

Ron S

Verified

July 20, 2024 Stayed at: MCKA1, Loop: MCKA

5

Everything was great, but the toilets could have been alot cleaner.

Bryant R

Verified

June 30, 2024 Stayed at: 11, Loop: PERC

4

We recently stayed at this campground and had a fantastic experience. The hosts did an excellent job of maintaining the campground. They were friendly and approachable, always ready to assist with any questions or needs. The vault toilets were kept clean and serviceable, which was a big plus. The overall cleanliness and upkeep of the campground made our stay very comfortable. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a well-maintained and welcoming camping spot!

Crystal Sandoval

Crystal Sandoval

September 5, 2023

5

We love this campground. We go every year at least once. We go as a big family and enjoy the bike trail and the river. The camp host Sunny has always been so helpful. This last weekend he stood in the rain helping us getting our trailer fixed. Can’t ask for a better camping place.

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Fidel P

Verified

August 18, 2023 Stayed at: 5, Loop: PERC

5

Great camping site with a lot of trees and safe places to set up your tent, the host was really friendly and answered all of our questions. I will definitely return next year.

Location Perception Park

Address:
12566 Ut 39 Scenic
Huntsville, UT, 84317
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 41.2897 / -111.641

Elevation: 1623 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

This Campground is in Bear Country
Always store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife
 -Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000, removal from your campsite and/or imprisonment
Remember, a fed bear is a dead bear; your actions can save lives

General

Please bring your own drinking water
This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; bring garbage bags

General

Dogs or Domestic Pets
Owners must
 -Control dogs by a leash not to exceed six feet (6’) at all times
 -Clean up dog feces immediately
 -Limit two dogs per campsite
Do not allow dogs to
 -Threaten or attack people/animals
 -Interfere with people, vehicles, or property
 -Cause damage to vegetation, habitat, or harass wildlife

General

Campground Etiquette and Rules
Gates open at 7am, Gates close at 10pm
Quiet Hours are 10pm-6am No generators after10pm
Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site
Max occupancy is 8 people per single site
Reserved sites will be held until 12pm on the day following your scheduled arrival date
Horses/Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground
Leave No Trace
 -Put all trash in dumpsters, if provided, or properly stored in your vehicle or bear box
 -Remove all personal property and trash when leaving
 -Unclean sites will be reported to the District Ranger LEO
 -Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied campsite may result in a $5,000 fine
Cleaning fish, animals, or bathing where drinking water is supplied is strictly prohibited
Fireworks/discharding of firearms or other explosives is not allowed
No boisterous behavior. Be courteous. Keep noise at a reasonable level
No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds
Max Vehicle Length includes tow vehicle

General

There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends

General

Trailers/Campers and RVs: Please fill up with water before arriving on site. There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups available. Hooking up to spigots or to the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited

General

First Come First Served (FF) sites
For reservable sites, reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance
FF site must be claimed in person on the day you wish to check-in
Sites listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy
The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in
Availability cannot be predicted
Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact camp hosts about availability
Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly
To claim an FF site, you must be present, occupy the site, and pay at that time
There is no waiting list for FF sites

General

Extra Vehicle -$10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check)
Firewood -$9

General

If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required

General

Please understand that camping is an outdoor experience; we do not give refunds for weather or natural conditions
Cancellations within 24 hours prior to arrival date will forfeit the entire use fee and a $10 cancellation fee
No-shows, early departures, or cancellations after the arrival date are not entitled to a refund
Failure to arrive at the campsite by 12pm the day after scheduled arrival and does not cancel the reservation, will be charged a $20 service fee and forfeit the first-night use fee

General

For more info on visiting Bear Country visit
wildawareutah.org
wildlife.utah.gov
For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules

General

Click herefor more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
For more info, call Ogden Ranger District at 801-625-5112 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100
Visit our website gocamputah.comor Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah
To reserve a campsite call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777

General

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more info click here 

General

Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party

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